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Green Spinach Pancakes for Kids

April 13, 2021 By Morgan Last Updated: April 13, 2021

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Spinach pancakes are an easy way to get greens in first thing in the morning. Top these green flapjacks with fresh fruit and a drizzle of maple syrup and you’ve got a great, well rounded breakfast for kids. Or, pair with a fun spinach smoothie or green fruit salad and make it a fun breakfast of green foods!

a stack of bright green spinach pancakes on a white plate in a puddle of maple syrup with blue berries

Almost every Sunday in our house is “Pancake Sunday.” When the kids wake, we tiptoe into the kitchen while Alex sleeps in a bit.

Of course, I brew a pot of coffee as soon as humanly possible.

But the thing is, these are so good for you and also delicious that I don’t think they should be restricted to one day.

These green pancakes are packed with good-for-you stuff.

  • Spinach puree
  • White whole wheat flour
  • No refined sugar

You can also sub 1/4 of the flour out for an equal amount of homemade oat flour. I love that my kiddos are getting the benefits of spinach with a totally kid-friendly favorite.

They are lightly sweetened with breakfast favorite, maple syrup. This allows you to add more sweetness later when topping with your favorite maple-y goodness.

a fork holding a layer of sliced green spinach pancakes with a stack in the back ground on a white plate with blueberries and syrup.

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One of my favorite pancake hacks is using a spring-loaded ice cream scoop to scoop batter. This helps make sure all pancakes are the same size and cook evenly.

This is the scoop I use and love the most! I also use it to scoop muffins out and a smaller one for things like cookies and meatballs.

a tall stack of green spinach pancakes with a drizzle of maple syrup falling ont he top top with a pat of butter and blueberries.

Tips for serving

I like these topped with syrup and butter, but here are some other great options!

  • Whipped cream
  • Fresh fruit
  • Sugar free cream cheese frosting

I also love doubling this recipe and freezing half. That way on busy mornings I just grab a few out of the freezer and reheat for the kids!

Spinach Pancakes

These are going to be your new go-to breakfast recipe for kids. Packed with spinach and whole grains, there’s no guilt with this recipe.

If you enjoy this recipe, remember to vote 5 stars! It helps others find it and totally makes my day.

a stack of green spinach pancakes topped with blueberries and maple syrup streaming onto the top
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Spinach Pancakes

Spinach pancakes are an easy way to get greens in first thing in the morning. With no refined sugar and packed full of whole grains, you’re going to want these every day. Top with fresh fruit and a drizzle of maple syrup and you’ve got a great, well rounded morning meal to start the day.

Course Breakfast
Cuisine American, Baked Goods, Kid friendly, pancakes
Keyword hidden veggies, pancake
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 12 pancakes
Calories 80 kcal
Author Morgan

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup spinach puree
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 2 TBS oil
  • 2 TBS maple syrup
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 cup flour of choice

Instructions

  1. Preheat griddle to medium heat.
  2. Mix wet ingredients together well.
  3. Whisk together dry ingredients before folding in the wet. Mix until just combined – do not over mix.
  4. If your pan is not non stick, spray with cooking spray. Scoop batter evenly (about 1/3 cup) and cook 4-5 minutes or until the edges set and the pancakes begin to bubble in the center. Flip and cook another 3-4 minutes before serving immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Spinach Pancakes
Amount Per Serving (1 g)
Calories 80 Calories from Fat 28
% Daily Value*
Fat 3.08g5%
Saturated Fat 0.639g4%
Trans Fat 0.002g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.389g
Monounsaturated Fat 1.8g
Cholesterol 15mg5%
Sodium 133mg6%
Potassium 68mg2%
Carbohydrates 11g4%
Fiber 0.5g2%
Sugar 2.61g3%
Protein 2.11g4%
Vitamin A 1950IU39%
Vitamin C 1.7mg2%
Calcium 30mg3%
Iron 0.7mg4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

So, tell me – what’s your “special” day breakfast? Let me know in the comments!

Filed Under: Breakfast, Picky Eaters, St. Patrick's Day

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  1. Shelby says

    June 17, 2021 at 4:49 pm

    5 stars
    Twin 5-year-old boys who “hate spinach” love these pancakes! One of them even eats them plain, we call them St. Paddy’s Day pancakes and he gobbles them up! Thank you!

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